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Learn all about duck on our blog from duck meat and its health benefits to trying new recipes and learning about the farm to fork process.
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Trident Stewardship Program and Sustainable Farming
At Maple Leaf Farms, our Trident Stewardship Program is a great example of how our fourth-generation family business is working to ensure the health and well-being of our animals while conserving our natural resources.
Traditional Recipes Around the World: Just Add Duck
Traveling the world to explore cuisines and delicacies is often a once in a lifetime experience that can change how you look at food and the cultures they come from. And one of the best ways to explore and appreciate other cultures whether you can travel or not is through traditional recipes that highlight the beauty of food and taste that unique customs bring to the table.
Duck and Wine Pairings: Mexico, Peru, New Zealand, Oregon
This month we are highlighting delightful and tasty duck and wine pairings from all over the world! From Oregon to the island country of New Zealand, you are sure to find the perfect pairing for your next dinner party or special occasion.
Delicious Duck Tacos for Cinco De Mayo
Cinco de Mayo is a day of the celebration of Mexican culture in the United States, and food plays an extremely important role in this celebration. Although duck meat is not a traditional meat used in many classic Mexican dishes, it is a great way to explore other tastes and flavors if you are looking to add something different to this years festivities.
Pizza, Burgers and Wings: Duck Edition
When it comes to creating a casual dining menu that everyone will love, it is hard to beat pizza, burgers and wings. Simple, but customizable, you can prepare these dishes in minutes with ingredients that you likely already have on hand.
April Weather Calls for Fresh Spring Recipes
With winter dying down and spring coming into view, you may be craving something fresh and different for dinner. Need a simple solution? Try duck. One of the best things about duck is that it is very versatile and can be prepared in a variety of ways to suit different tastes.
Duck and Wine Pairings: France, Spain & Italy
One of the best ways to enhance a dish is to pair it with the perfect wine. If a dish is served with a complementary wine, it can greatly elevate the entire dining experience. The wine will not only enhance the flavor of the dish, but it can also improve the texture and other qualities of the recipe.
Easter Dinner Duck Vs. Lamb
When it comes to Easter dinner, it can be difficult to find the perfect menu for everyone. If you are looking for something different, you may look at lamb, but another great alternative is duck!
How Should Duck Breast be Cooked?
The key to a perfect dish featuring duck breast is knowing the proper technique to prepare it. Due to the layer of fat in its skin and texture of its meat, you will need to cook duck breast differently than you would other cuts of meat.
